Software Engineer (all teams)

CompaDenver, Colorado

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

About Compa

Compa is a venture-backed AI startup revolutionizing the future of compensation! We're bringing AI-forward tools and human-centered engineering to make pay competitive and fair, for all. By offering a premier, live compensation data platform that delivers top-tier intelligence to enterprise teams, we enable the world's largest companies to make smart and fair decisions while staying competitive and compliant. In dynamic job markets during the rise of AI, companies need the best data to stay competitive!

Our force-multiplying team is powered by live data and thoughtful design, and our products have earned the trust of the world’s largest companies: NVIDIA, Stripe, DoorDash, OpenAI, Moderna, Workday, Ulta, Target, and more.

Come build with us!

The Role

As a Software Engineer, you’ll have significant ownership and autonomy to build the systems and infrastructure that power Compa’s core products. You’ll work across the stack, collaborate closely with product and design, and contribute to features that directly impact enterprise customers.

What You'll Do

Ship production-grade software across Compa’s web app and backend systems
Build new features and improve existing workflows in collaboration with Product and Design
Write clean, scalable code and contribute to system architecture decisions
Participate in code reviews, team rituals, and roadmap discussions
Solve real problems for enterprise compensation teams—from data pipelines to user experience

What We're Looking For

2+ years of experience shipping production software in a collaborative environment
Strong proficiency in at least one modern web development language or framework
Comfortable working across the stack or specializing in either frontend or backend
Proven ability to work autonomously and follow through on commitments
Pragmatic and thoughtful about trade-offs—focus on outcomes over tools
Strong communication and collaboration skills

As a Plus

Experience in early-stage or high-growth startup environments
Familiarity with compensation, HR tech, or enterprise SaaS (not required)
Experience working on data-driven products or complex user workflows
Interest or experience in AI systems or ML infrastructure (a plus, not a requirement)
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and working in fast-paced, iterative environments

Tech Stack

You don’t need experience with all of these, but familiarity with any is a plus:

Backend: Django, Python
Frontend: React, TypeScript, GraphQL
Infrastructure: AWS
Other Tools: vLLM, Linear, Slack, Notion, Metabase

Compa offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO and parental leave, equity, company offsites, continuous education, commuter benefits and a flexible work environment.

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FAQs About Software Engineer (all teams) Jobs at Compa

What is the work location for this position at Compa?

This job at Compa is located in Denver, Colorado, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Compa?

Employer has not shared pay details for this role.

What employment applies to this position at Compa?

Compa lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Compa?

Compa is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Compa for this role?

Compa offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Family/Dependent Health, Paid Vacation, Parental and Family Leave, Career Development, and Tuition/Education Assistance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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